Samuel García De Andrés
CPO - Director Project Procurement (ad interim)
Experience
Director Project Procurement (ad interim)
Topsoe
Management of approx. €500 million project budget and a team of 10 employees. Sectors: Power-to-X, Chemistry, Hydrogen and e-Fuels Technologies. Project objective: Construction of Europe’s largest SOEC and electrolyzer factory. Key Achievements:
- Successfully managed end-to-end project procurement for a turnkey EPC & CapEx project, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Led contract negotiations for engineering services, civil works and technical equipment.
- Developed a material flow structure to support the plant operations post-construction handover
Director Procurement & Supply Chain Management (ad interim)
Veolia Water Technologies
Management of approx. €550 million annual budget and a team of 45 employees. Sectors: Machinery and EPC Water Treatment Facilities. Project objective: Optimization of global procurement and logistics processes. Key Achievements:
- Executed improvement projects across the entire supply chain to enhance efficiency and resilience.
- Outsourced logistics and warehousing processes → Reducing working capital requirements.
- Achieved cost savings through strategic supplier development and KPI-driven performance measures.
Chief Operations Officer - COO (ad interim)
Enebe Group
Management of approx. €190 million annual budget and a team of 180 employees. Sectors: Sports Equipment and Consumer Goods. Project objective: Organizational and production process restructuring. Key Achievements:
- Executed manufacturing projects (OEM) and outsourcing initiatives across Asian and European markets.
- Optimized cash flow and improved liquidity through strategic financial measures.
- Restructured organizational design and operational processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Chief Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations Officer – CPO | CSCO | COO
Isofoton Group
- Developed a strategic sourcing model delivering sustainable cost reductions.
- Increased production efficiency through BOM optimization and material flow systems.
- Implemented Total Quality Management principles and integrated e-commerce solutions.
- Directed EPC & CapEx projects for the construction of manufacturing facilities in China and the USA.
VP Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Atlas Weyhausen
- Introduced Kanban systems and consignment stock to improve inventory management and reduce lead times.
- Led value analysis initiatives with suppliers, finding cost-effective alternatives.
- Outsourced assembly steps to increase efficiency and optimize resource utilization.
Head Group Strategic Procurement
MG Technologies – Holding (formerly Metallgesellschaft, now GEA Group)
- Directed the worldwide coordination and transformation of the Group Procurement and Sourcing activities, including subsidiaries such as Dynamit Nobel, Solvadis, Sachtleben Chemie, GEA, Lurgi, Lehnkering Logistics and KSPG Automotive.
- Implemented a category management system and led the global transformation of purchasing functions, driving strategic sourcing, standardization, and operational excellence.
- Introduced e-business platforms to increase efficiency and streamline procurement processes.
Director Project Procurement & Logistics
MG Technologies – Lurgi Engineering
- Measured and ensured the value contribution of procurement and logistics in alignment with overall project budget targets.
- Coordinated and integrated procurement, logistics, scheduling and quality control functions within the project organization.
- Negotiated contracts with international suppliers to secure favorable terms and mitigate risks.
- Managed claims and change orders, ensuring timely resolution and protecting project financial and contractual interests.
Global Procurement & Supplier Performance Management
Stotz – Fredenhagen Industries
- Implemented ISO 9001 standards across the supply chain to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Established an international supplier management system to drive efficiency and performance.
- Coordinated make-or-buy projects to optimize operations and resource allocation.
- Led supplier quality management for outsourced production, driving consistency and reliability.
Industry Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Energy, Chemical, Utilities, Sport, and Automotive.
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Experienced in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Quality Assurance, Logistics, and Project Management.
Summary
Executive leader in global procurement, supply chain and operations with over 25 years of international experience across Europe, Asia and the USA. Proven track record in successfully leading transformation initiatives, managing large-scale EPC & CapEx projects and driving contract negotiations. Skilled in cost optimization, global sourcing strategies and cross-functional stakeholder alignment across diverse industrial and manufacturing sectors. Recognized for strong communication skills, leadership and execution discipline in dynamic and complex environments.
Skills
I Offer Specialized Services In Strategic Sourcing, Global Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Operations And Large-scale Epc & Capex Projects.
My Objective Is To Support Companies During Critical Phases, Optimize Processes And Successfully Implement Strategic Projects.
Strategic And Operational Procurement: Development And Implementation Of Global Sourcing Strategies
Supply Chain Management: Optimization Of Logistics And Inventory Management
Epc & Capex Projects: End-to-end Management Of Complex Investment And Construction Projects
Transformation And Change Management: Restructuring And Efficiency Improvement
Operations Management: Enhancing Efficiency In Production And Material Flow
Management Of High-performing Procurement Organizations
Leadership And Talent Development
Transformation And Change Management
Establishment Of Kpis System To Monitor Strategic Objectives
Strategic Sourcing And Global Procurement
Implementation Of Category Management Systems
Outsourcing Strategies And Manufacturing Relocation
Digitalization And E-sourcing Tools
End-to-end Management Of Large-scale Epc & Capex Projects
Contract Negotiation And Claim Management
Cost Optimization And Operational Excellence
Development And Optimization Of Supply Chain Networks
Manufacturing And Resource Optimization
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Education
MBA
Bachelor Business Administration, Industrial Management
Statistics
Experience
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